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Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles Course

Online 300 h course in customs and export of classic vehicles. 6 modules covering Regulation (EU) 952/2013 (Union Customs Code), Regulation (EEC) 2658/87 (Combined Nomenclature; heading 9705) and advanced Excel. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
LanguageEnglish
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute certificate
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain the procedures for crossing a border with a classic vehicle.

02

Classify a vehicle for tariff purposes and determine its customs value.

03

Calculate the taxation applicable to imports and exports.

04

Identify the restrictions applicable to vehicles considered cultural goods.

05

Manage temporary import regimes for events and exhibitions.

06

Coordinate the logistics and documentation of an international operation.

07

Prepare a complete export file for a classic vehicle.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Customs agent wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
  • International trade tax advisor wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
  • Vehicle import and export manager wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
  • Freight forwarder wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
  • Cultural goods consultant wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
  • Motorsport event logistics manager wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
  • Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the international trade of collector vehicles.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Regulation (EU) 952/2013 (Union Customs Code)
  • Regulation (EEC) 2658/87 (Combined Nomenclature; heading 9705)
  • Directive 2006/112/EC (common system of VAT)
  • Regulation (EC) 116/2009 (export of cultural goods)
  • Regulation (EU) 2019/880 (introduction and import of cultural goods)
  • Law 16/1985 (Spanish Historical Heritage)
  • Istanbul Convention (temporary admission and ATA carnets)
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Assumptions: sale, transfer and event
  2. 1.2Definitive and temporary export
  3. 1.3Parties to the procedure
  4. 1.4Applicable customs framework
  5. 1.5Basic vehicle documentation
  6. 1.6Identification and prior verification
  7. 1.7Deadlines and fees
  8. 1.8The customs agent and their role
  9. 1.9Official sources for consultation
  10. 1.10Workshop: analysis of an export case
  1. 2.1Tariff classification of the vehicle
  2. 2.2Classic vehicles and their heading
  3. 2.3Requirements to be considered a collector's vehicle
  4. 2.4Customs valuation
  5. 2.5Invoice and commercial documentation
  6. 2.6Vehicles sold between private individuals
  7. 2.7Parts and spares: classification
  8. 2.8Binding rulings
  9. 2.9Classification errors and their cost
  10. 2.10Practice: classification and valuation of a case
  1. 3.1Value added tax on export
  2. 3.2Export to third countries
  3. 3.3Operations within the European Union
  4. 3.4Taxes in the destination country
  5. 3.5Refunds and their processing
  6. 3.6Supporting documentation
  7. 3.7Obligations of the usual seller
  8. 3.8Risk of subsequent regularisation
  9. 3.9Tax advice
  10. 3.10Practice: tax calculation of an export
  1. 4.1Heritage protection and its scope
  2. 4.2Export authorisation for cultural goods
  3. 4.3Age and value thresholds
  4. 4.4Application procedure
  5. 4.5Refusal and pre-emption right
  6. 4.6Vehicles with specific protection
  7. 4.7Penalties for illegal export
  8. 4.8Countries with additional restrictions
  9. 4.9Authorisation documentation
  10. 4.10Practice: export authorisation application
  1. 5.1Temporary admission and its cases
  2. 5.2ATA carnet and its use
  3. 5.3Guarantees and deposits
  4. 5.4Re-importation deadlines
  5. 5.5Participation in fairs and competitions
  6. 5.6Museum vehicles on loan
  7. 5.7Exit and entry control
  8. 5.8Incidents and extensions
  9. 5.9Closure of the temporary regime
  10. 5.10Practice: temporary admission file
  1. 6.1Coordination with the carrier
  2. 6.2Documents accompanying the vehicle
  3. 6.3Physical customs inspections
  4. 6.4Holds and their resolution
  5. 6.5Prevention of money laundering
  6. 6.6International sanctions and restricted countries
  7. 6.7Filing the customs file
  8. 6.8Common errors and losses
  9. 6.9Documented real cases
  10. 6.10Final project: complete customs file for an export
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is advanced Excel, TARIC (EU tariff database), AEAT Electronic Headquarters, SAP GTS, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Assignments are based on real procedures: tariff classification of a collector vehicle, preparation of an export file, and simulation of a temporary import for an event. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrative project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-oriented final project:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry mentoring:lecturers with experience in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible format(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:safety-by-design approach, cyber-OT, DIH and compliance as core pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Coordination with the carrier

Explain the procedures for crossing a border with a classic vehicle.

Documents accompanying the vehicle

Classify a vehicle for tariff purposes and determine its customs value.

Physical customs inspections

Calculate the taxation applicable to imports and exports.

Holds and their resolution

Identify the restrictions applicable to vehicles considered cultural goods.

Prevention of money laundering

Manage temporary import regimes for events and exhibitions.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Customs agentInternational trade tax advisorVehicle import and export managerFreight forwarderCultural goods consultantMotorsport event logistics manager
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior qualification required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.

You will work with advanced Excel, TARIC (EU tariff database), AEAT Electronic Headquarters and SAP GTS. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit recognition policy when you enrol.

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